Description

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.


Description

POSITION SUMMARY

$25k Sign-On Bonus

The POCT Technical Consultant performs documents, tracks and trends quality control procedures and proficiency testing in accordance with established parameters and standards. The POCT Technical Consultant works with the Laboratory Leadership and Laboratory Medical Director to resolve quality control, patient or procedural problems and recommends enhancements to laboratory procedures.

The POCT Technical Consultant is also responsible for providing support and consultation to our clinical and IT partners. The POCT Technical Consultant will evaluate and validate the latest technology according to regulatory guidelines. The POCT Technical Consultant ensures quality assurance and regulatory standards are being met for all point of care testing devices as applicable. This role is responsible for providing staff training and education as well as oversight of staff competency.

This position maintains the records for POCT both electronically and manually as applicable. The POCT Technical Consultant is responsible for aggregating quality metrics, ordering of supplies when needed and performing regulatory quality checks to maintain inspection readiness.

This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree required in medical technology, chemical, physical, biological sciences or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution acceptable to the certifying agency (ASCP). This position also requires, participation in 24 CEUs annually (tracked by Department Leadership).

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION Medical Technologist MT/MLS ASCP or POCT certification required.

EXPERIENCE: Requires two years of experience in non-waive testing in a clinical laboratory hospital setting with quality assurance and/or point of care testing. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire, experience with hospital and ambulatory oversight preferred, incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates the ability to perform the department specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

Strict compliance with laboratory Fraud and Abuse policies and requirements is an employment condition POCT Technical Consultant.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position has potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury.

This position demands increased amounts of standing, bending and manual manipulation, as well as some light lifting. Incumbent must have the ability to distinguish colors.

The department specific Assessment and Evaluation Tool lists the essential functions of this position.

Core competencies will be assessed primarily to the following patient population(s) served (with the exception of newborns): All diagnoses/conditions of patients admitted to the hospital.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports to the Laboratory Leadership.

The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans with employer contributions

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care

Wellness Programs to help you thrive

Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.


Job Category
Lab

Hours Per Week
40

Weekends Required?
No

Holidays Required?
No

Shift
Days

Posititon Status
Full-Time


Job Details

Pay Range
$86751 - $151814

Pay Transparency

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